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Role: Partner / Director – Internal Audit Role Overview The Partner/Director of Internal Audit is a high-level executive responsible for leading the strategic direction, implementation, and management of the internal audit function. This role serves as a critical bridge between senior management and the Audit Committee, ensuring that the organization’s risk management, governance, and internal control processes are operating effectively. You will move beyond traditional compliance to act as a strategic advisor who identifies operational efficiencies and protects enterprise value. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based annual audit plan that aligns with the organization’s strategic goals and emerging risk profile. Board & Executive Reporting: Act as the primary liaison to the Audit Committee and Board of Directors, providing transparent, high-impact reporting on internal control effectiveness and significant audit findings. Risk Management & Advisory: Lead the identification of organizational risks, including financial, operational, technological, and reputational threats. Provide proactive counsel to the C-suite on risk mitigation for new business initiatives. Operational Excellence: Oversee the end-to-end execution of complex audits, ensuring all activities adhere to the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards). Innovation & Data Analytics: Drive the modernization of the audit function by integrating data analytics, AI, and continuous monitoring tools to enhance audit precision and efficiency. Team Leadership: Direct and mentor a multidisciplinary team of audit professionals, fostering a culture of professional skepticism, high performance, and continuous learning. Stakeholder Influence: Negotiate sensitive audit findings with department heads and senior leaders, ensuring that remediation plans are practical, effective, and implemented timely. Required Qualifications Experience: 12+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, or public accounting, with significant time spent in a leadership capacity. Education: CA is mandatory. Technical Skills: Deep understanding of GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) frameworks and proficiency in data visualization and analytics tools. Soft Skills: Exceptional executive presence and communication skills, with a proven ability to challenge senior leadership constructively and deliver difficult messages with diplomacy.